General Information
Revision date
2018-01-18
Product name
Barium Sulfate (USP)
Product Synonyms
Artificial barite; enamel white; permanent white
CAS No.
7727-43-7
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
Inside the USA 800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 4 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Lungs.
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Prevention
Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Response
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
